Attendance Officer

Putting students first is part of our fundamental culture. We strongly believe that positive outcomes for our students come from the professionalism, commitment and passion for excellence displayed by our staff.

This is a part time term time position working 20 hours per week.

Bridgwater College Academy is looking for an Attendance Officer to support our commitment to student success. As part of our team, you'll play a key role in ensuring high levels of student attendance, liaising with parents, staff, and external agencies.

What You ll Do:

• Maintain and manage the academy s attendance system
• Provide attendance reports and support staff with attendance-related queries
• Communicate with parents and coordinate meetings as needed
• Assist in monitoring and supporting student attendance

What We re Looking For:

• Strong administrative and IT skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• Ability to handle situations with professionalism and assertiveness
• A team player who shares our values of ambition, collaboration, and inclusion

Why Join Us?

• Supportive & Inclusive Environment - Work with a values-driven team
• Professional Development - Opportunities for growth and training
• Employee Benefits - Local government pension scheme & staff rewards

Closing date for applications: Midnight, Thursday 6th March 2025

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.